Art 2313

  Introduction to Fine Arts

CRN 80001

TCCN: HUMA 1315

An introductory course designed to give the student a fundamental understanding of the creation and appreciation of diverse modes of expression through the visual and performing arts. This course may not be repeated for credit by taking MU 2313, TH 2313, or DAN 2313.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.

Abstract painting with a man holding a paint brush to the canvas.

Course Information: 

  • Structure
    • 12 modules
    • Required work: readings, module exams, and a critical review.
    • Students may not complete more than 2 modules per week.
  • Course materials:
    • This course uses Open Educational Resources (OER) materials, which are free of cost to students.
    • Recommended textbook (not required): 
      • Dennis J. Sporre, The Creative Impulse, Introduction to the Arts, Eighth Edition, 2008 (or more recent version). 
        • As of August 2025, the cost of the recommended textbook is $298.85 for a new textbook. Used copies of the textbook may also be available at significantly less expense. Please ensure you purchase the correct edition and ISBN for the recommended textbook.
  • Technical Requirements:
    • Access to Canvas
    • Browser capable of viewing videos
  • Instructor: Dr. Claire Hendren
  • Tuition: For current course tuition, visit the Correspondence Cost page.

Acquiring Course Materials

This course has been designed using Open Educational Resources (OER).  All materials are accessible through a reliable Internet connection.

If you have difficulty following the directions to access the course materials from within the course, please contact Online and Extended Programs at corrstudy@txstate.edu.


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